MUNI-DETROIT COUNTYlocal legislationUnfinished Business

Proposed Amnesty Program Ordinance

Original title: Status of Council Member Cushingberry, Jr. submitting memorandum relative to enacting an ordinance for amnesty program. (BROUGHT BACK AS DIRECTED ON 2-22-17)

March 22, 2017

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The Frame

What this does

This proposal could establish a program allowing residents or businesses to resolve outstanding debts or legal obligations to the city without certain penalties, though specific terms are not yet defined.

Who is mentioned in the record

Potentially affected actors named in the source documents. Mention is not a position.

City residents and businesses

These groups would be the primary participants in an amnesty program if the ordinance is enacted.

Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee

This committee is responsible for reviewing and potentially advancing the proposed ordinance.

What changed

Last recorded activity March 22, 2017.

What's next

Next step not available in the current record.

Summary

Council Member Cushingberry, Jr. has submitted a memorandum to create an . The proposal is currently categorized as under the Budget, Finance and Audit .

Key Facts

Council Member Cushingberry, Jr. submitted a memorandum proposing an amnesty program ordinance.
The proposal is tracked under file number 15-5716.
The item is currently classified as 'Unfinished Business'.
The Budget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee is the body responsible for the proposal.
The item was introduced on April 27, 2017.
The council previously directed this item to be brought back for consideration on February 22, 2017.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is an amnesty program in this context?

The document does not define the specific terms of the , only that a proposal for one has been submitted.

Is this program currently active?

No, the proposal is currently listed as '' and is under review by the Budget, Finance and Audit .

Why It Matters

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Discoveries

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Legislative Delay

The item was directed to be brought back in February 2017 but was not formally introduced until April 2017, indicating a two-month gap in processing.

15-5716

Connected Entities

organizationBudget, Finance and Audit Standing Committee“The committee currently reviewing the proposed ordinance.”Map →

personCushingberry, Jr.“Council Member who submitted the memorandum for the amnesty program.”Map →

Sources

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